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  • Galpin Auto Sports has Prepared Monstrous Custom Acura TLX for SEMA

    Galpin-Auto-Sports-Acura-TLX-THUMBTwo exclusive sketches of the Galpin Auto Sports Acura TLX were just released, showing one of the SEMA entries of the Japanese company. The TLX model will be displayed in three distinctive variants. The aim is to express the customization potential of the car and its performance character. The tuning company chosen for this task is Galpin Auto Sports (GAS) that makes a debut at the TLX. GAS TLX will be joined by the twin-turbo TLX GT Race Car, jointly developed by Honda Performance Development (HPD) and RealTime Racing, as well as a 2015 Acura TLX with the Genuine Acura Accessory package.

    As you can see on the pics below, the sedan includes custom exterior styling and chassis modifications. Galpin TLX has a new signature Acura brand color, called Andaro Blue. Main modifications here are the custom aero body kit with new front and rear bumpers, side skirts and deck-lid spoiler, the custom exhaust outlets as well as the RSR Sport SI Series suspension kit with fully adjustable coilovers featuring 36-way damping adjustment.

    The exclusiveness of the car is further strengthened by the special ADV5.0 M.V2 SL custom wheels in the size of 19×9 +38 at the front and 19×9+35 at the rear. The alloys are coupled with Pirelli 245/40/19 P Zero Tires and come equipped with Wilwood Superlite 6 Piston Caliper with 14″ Vented Rotor Front and Rear Brakes

    Acura TLX GT Racecar is brand’s second entry. It was developed from the production by Honda Performance Development (HPD) and RealTime Racing. This means that it features HPD chassis and aerodynamic performance parts approved for Pirelli World Challenge GT-class competition. The power of this Beauty comes from its direct-injected twin-turbocharged V6 engine, which was also developed by HPD from the normally aspirated production engine.

    At last, the TLX with Acura Genuine Accessory package is equipped with factory accessories developed specifically for this model. We are speaking about the Aero Kit that comprises of front, rear and side underbody spoilers, decklid Spoiler, chrome door trim, new floor mats and illuminated side sills. Not to mention the 19-in Diamond-Cut Alloy Wheels fitted with Michelin tyres in the dimension of 245/40R19.

    Galpin Auto Sports Acura TLX
    Galpin Auto Sports Acura TLX

    Source: Acura

  • Acura Starts Production Of 2015 TLX In Ohio

    2015-Acura-TLX-THUMBThe mass-production of the 2015 Acura TLX has just begun at the Marysville Auto Plant. The new performance luxury sedan is scheduled to hit the dealerships across the United States in August. The car was designed, developed and engineered by R&D teams in Ohio and Los Angeles. However, it has been exclusively built in Ohio. TLX looks just great. It combines the sports-sedan athleticism typical for Acura (Honda) with the luxury-sedan refinement.

    This Acura vehicle will be driven by either of two powerful and efficient direct-injected engines: the 206 horsepower (151 kW) 2.4-liter DOHC inline 4-cylinder, and a 290 horsepower (213 kW) 3.5-liter SOHC V-6 unit. Both are both produced locally.

    The first one is mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (8DCT) with torque converter, while the second comes mated to the nine-speed automatic transmission (9AT). There are also two next-generation Acura precision-handling technologies included: Precision All-Wheel Steer (P-AWS) and Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD).

    Innovations to the manufacturing process that are to be used include a roll hemming technology which allows for more exquisite vehicle styling, as well as the application of new sound-deadening materials which deliver ultra-quiet cabin of the TLX.

    Standard equipment in the TLX features LEDs at the front, rearview camera, Hill Start Assist and push button ignition. Inside, there is a 7” infotainment system, heated and ventilated front seats, LED interior lighting, automatic climate control, 10-speaker 455-watt Acura ELS Premium Audio System. In terms of safety this Acura includes Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning and Adaptive Cruise Control.

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    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype

    Source: Acura

  • 2015 Acura TLX – US Price $30,995

    Acura has officially unveiled the 2015 TLX, which will reach the dealerships in August.The stylish saloon is priced from $30,995 (excluding $895 destination tax). The model was presented back in April and now the TLX customers have the opportunity to reserve the vehicle at special introductory prices, along with special lease and APR financing rates and a $500 allowance toward the purchase of Acura Genuine Accessories.

    The TLX lineup includes three distinct model offerings that carry a long list of standard luxury comfort, convenience and safety features. All TLX models can be upgraded to the Technology Package and the V-6 models are available with the line-topping Advance Package.

    The three model variations feature two Acura exclusive, high-output direct-injected i-VTEC engines, two advanced transmissions and two unique dynamic handling systems.

    • Acura TLX – 2.4-liter 16-valve, 4-cylinder engine producing 206HP (151 kW) mated to an all-new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (8DCT) with torque converter. The 2.4-liter TLX has an MSRP of $30,995 and $35,025 with the Technology Package. For handling prowess, it features the latest iteration of Acura’s Precision All-Wheel Steer (P-AWS).
    • Acura TLX – a 3.5-liter 24-valve V6 delivering 290HP (213 kW) and mated to a new 9-speed automatic transmission (9AT) and will be available with both P-AWS and Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD). The two-wheel-drive model with P-AWS has a MSRP of $35,220 and $39,250 for the Technology Package. The 3.5-liter TLX with Advance Package has a MSRP of $42,500.
    • Sharing the same 3.5-liter dynamic powertrain as the two-wheel-drive model, the all-wheel drive TLX SH-AWD features a new hydraulically controlled version of Acura’s acclaimed torque vectoring SH-AWD and will be available with the Technology Package for an MSRP of $41,450 and $44,700 for the Advance Package.

    Standard equipment includes LED headlights, rearview camera, Hill Start Assist and push button ignition. There is also a 7” infotainment system, heated and ventilated front seats, LED interior lighting, automatic climate control, 10-speaker 455-watt Acura ELS Premium Audio System. The safety features are Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning,  Forward Collision Warning and Adaptive Cruise Control.

    2015 Acura TLX
    2015 Acura TLX

    Source: Acura

  • 2015 Acura TLX Is Official Vehicle Of Everything Thrilling

    2015-Acura-TLX-Prototype-THUMBExactly five days ago we received the news that the production version of the 2015 Acura TLX sports sedan is going to make its official first appearance at this year’s New Your Auto Show. We actually don’t expect to see a car different from the prototype version exhibited at NAIAS in January, however – surprises might come, so we are eagerly waiting for it.

    Today, the brand announced a special advertising campaign for the 2015 TLX which is scheduled to air during online and broadcast coverage of college basketball tournament. The innovative multi-media marketing campaign is titled “Official Vehicle of Everything Thrilling” and is themed around the TLX tagline “It’s that kind of thrill”.

    It mixes wide range of marketing activations aimed at driving conversation about the new TLX sports sedan. The ultimate goal of the campaign is designed to engage fans with exclusive opportunities to be the first to own the TLX. Some of the highlights of the “Official Vehicle of Everything Thrilling” Campaign include standard banners with text such as “The official vehicle of destroying your boss’s bracket”, push-down banners with video vignettes comparing the thrill of driving the TLX to “staring into a wolf’s eyes”, real-time banners linked to live-action game coverage, social media integrations and a sweepstakes opportunity to win the car.

    Furthermore, Acura also revealed that the production TLX will be available this summer. It will offer two engine options: the first one is the 2.4-liter direct-injected i-VTEC 4-cylinder unit and the second – the 3.5-liter direct-injected i-VTEC V-6 powertrain. The former will be coupled with to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission with torque converter, while the latter with a new nine-speed automatic transmission.

    These engines will undoubtedly ensure fresh and exhilarating performance mixed with the luxury refinement and sports-sedan athleticism of the car. We also expect to see Acura’s new dynamic handling technologies implemented in the 2015 TLX.

    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype

    Source: Acura

  • Production 2015 Acura TLX To Debut In New York

    2015-acura-tlx-prototype-THUMB2015 Acura TLX Prototype along with TLX GT Race Car made a first appearance at NAIAS in January. Now the brand is ready to showcase the production version of Acura TLX performance-luxury sedan with a debut at the 2014 New York International Auto Show which will be held in April.

    The car was designed to deliver higher levels of luxury refinement and sports-sedan athleticism and of course will also offer exceptional performance thanks to the next-generation Acura powertrain and dynamic-handling technologies. Precisely, the brand will offer two engine options for the TLX.

    The first one is the 2.4-liter 16-valve, direct-injected i-VTEC 4-cylinder unit which will be matched to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission with torque converter. The second engine is the 3.5-liter 24-valve direct-injected i-VTEC V-6 one, coupled with a new nine-speed automatic transmission.

    Two-wheel-drive models will be available for either of the powertrains and will use the new Acura Precision All-Wheel Steer (P-AWS) technology with independent left and right rear-wheel toe angle control. In addition, exclusively for the second engine option, Acura will offer the TLX SH-AWD that employs Super-Handling All Wheel Drive system. The latter is 25-percent lighter and has new torque-vectoring control logic.

    Furthermore, the 2015 TLX was designed to be as much quieter as possible due to the implementation of major improvements in noise reduction. These include enhancements to body stiffness, body sealing and sound insulation, and the application of electronic Active Noise Control.

    In terms of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies, TLX will get Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow and Blind Spot Indicator (BSI).

    More details will be announced after the official premiere of 2015 Acura TLX Prototype.

    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype
    2015 Acura TLX Prototype

    Source: Acura